4.7 / 5Best of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, and Portland, Maine Package
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An approximately 5 minute walk from the cruise ship pier. The Island Drive & Anne of Green Gables
The maritime province of Prince Edward Island is the smallest in Canada, in both land area and population (excluding the territories). The island has a few other names: "Garden of the Gulf," referring to the pastoral scenery and lush agricultural lands throughout the province, and "Birthplace of Confederation," referring to the Charlottetown Conference in 1864, although Prince Edward Island did not join the Confederation itself until 1873 when it became the seventh Canadian province.
The island's landscape is pastoral. Rolling hills, woods, reddish-white sand beaches, ocean coves, and the famous red soil have given Prince Edward Island a reputation as a province of outstanding natural beauty. As you tour the North Shore area, brief photo stops will be made at quaint little villages, lighthouses, and the world-class Cavendish Beach. Fronting the Gulf of St. Lawrence, this broad natural sand beach stretches for five miles, from the entrance to New London Bay in the west to the red sandstone cliffs at Cavendish East in the east. The entire beach is located in the Prince Edward Island National Park.
You will also have the opportunity to visit the Anne of Green Gables House. Anne of Green Gables is a bestselling novel by Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery, published in 1908. Set in 1878, it was written as fiction for readers of all ages, but in recent decades has been considered a children's book. Montgomery found her inspiration for the book on an old piece of paper that she had written at a young age, describing a couple that was mistakenly sent an orphan girl instead of a boy, yet decided to keep her. Montgomery also drew upon her own childhood experiences in rural Prince Edward Island. As a result, the Green Gables farmhouse was designated a national historic site for its importance in literary history and is one of the most visited historic sites in the country. The farmhouse exterior has not changed remarkably over time, and its interior decor and artifacts depict the late Victorian Period in rural Prince Edward Island. Various rooms in the house have been named according to the Anne of Green Gables story.
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An approximately 20 minute walk, or an approximately 5-minute taxi (not included, approximately $15 CAD each way) is required to reach your departure location. Nova Scotia's Peggy's Cove
Peggy's Point Lighthouse, situated in the charming fishing community of Peggy's Cove, is the most well-known, most visited, and perhaps most photographed of all the approximately 160 historic lighthouses in the province of Nova Scotia.
Constructed more than a century ago, the lighthouse towers over massive granite rocks and the roaring Atlantic Ocean waves. Take some time to stroll around the picturesque surroundings before heading down to the quaint, bustling fishing village, which has stores, restaurants, the William deGarthe Art Gallery, and more.
Peggy's Cove is an exceptional destination for those traveling to Nova Scotia.
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An approximately 5 to 10 minute walk from the cruise ship pier. Windjammer Sail
Enjoy this great opportunity for a Windjammer Sail onboard an authentic schooner in Maine's beautiful Casco Bay. Sit back, relax and enjoy the views, or join the crew and learn about sailing.
Since the 1700's, schooners have been used for a variety of purposes because they are fast, sleek, adaptable, and considered the sturdiest ships of all time. On this Windjammer Sail tour, you will board a beautiful 48-passenger vessel for a two-hour sail on Casco Bay.
This excursion provides the perfect way to experience the beauty of the Maine coast, complete with lighthouses, seals, seabirds and the rugged coastline. Pack a meal, bring your favorite wine or beer, and sit back and relax as our courteous and professional crew share their knowledge of the sea, sailing and local history. Or, if you feel inspired, join the crew to hoist the sails or take a turn at the ship's wheel. All ages are welcome!